Thursday, October 8, 2026

Marijuana Legislation

NY To Begin Accepting Cannabis Applications From People Harmed By War On Drugs

On Thursday, the city's cannabis regulators approved rules that make it possible to start accepting retail applications from injured parties.

SAFE Banking, Veterans Medical Marijuana Access Approved In House As Part Of National Defense Act

This brings a total of nine drug policy measures passed in the chamber as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) this week.

Will Biden Make A Move On Cannabis?

What must Biden do to reassure the public when it comes to marijuana policy?

These Marijuana & Psychedelics Amendments Could Be Included In Next Defense Bill

Almost 1,200 filed amendments to the NDAA, including a dozen related to marijuana and psychedelics, have been presented to the House Rules Committee. 

Will Brittney Griner Incident Push US Government To Change Their Cannabis Laws?

Despite the public's outrage regarding Russia's severe cannabis rulings, the US isn't a weed safe haven.

Medical Marijuana Purchases In New Jersey Are Now Tax-Free — Here’s Why

Removing state sales tax on medicinal cannabis is consistent with Gov. Murphy and the Legislature’s intent to prioritize patients and improve affordability.

These Are The Senators Pushing Biden To Legalize Cannabis

This is not the first time the White House is under pressure from all sides on this matter.

A Pennsylvania Bill Could Ease Cannabis Banking In The State

A PA General Assembly bill would protect banks, credit unions, and insurance companies that do business with legal cannabis companies in their state.

‘Cannabis’ Replaces ‘Marijuana’ In WA State’s Legal Jargon Starting In August — Here’s Why

With the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board’s adoption, the new rules are expected to take effect on August 6.

Democrats Send Letter To Biden, Urging Him To Legalize Weed

The letter highlights the medical benefits of weed and features a recommendation by the WHO to reclassify the drug.

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